SHIP will send out a Requests For Proposals (RFP) call on a regular basis in the areas of strategic demand for Africa. The strategic areas are set by the SHIP SteerCo, made up of members from the MRC/SHIP, Department of Science and Technology, Department of Trade and Industry, Department of Health.

Applying consortia applications will undergo an international peer review, Scientific Advisory Panel (SAC) review as shown in the diagram below. The review process is expected to take between 4-5 months.